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Alex Edelman: What Are You Going to Do

Wed, Nov 4, 2026 – Thu, Nov 5, 2026at 8:00 PM
5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD
$28-$88
Featuring: Alex Edelman

Alex Edelman presents *What Are You Going to Do*, a comedy and spoken-word performance that combines stand-up with narrative storytelling. The performance is presented as a new solo work from one of the most acclaimed comedians of his generation. A second show has been added.

Edelman’s previous solo show, *Just for Us*, ran for more than 500 performances internationally, including off-Broadway and Broadway engagements, before becoming an HBO comedy special in 2024. He has received a Tony Award, an Emmy Award for Best Writing for a Variety Special, and recognition on the Time 100 list. His other work includes an appearance in Netflix’s *Unfrosted*, television writing, and a forthcoming starring and consulting-producer role on Peacock’s *The Paper*, a Greg Daniels-led successor to *The Office*.

When: Wednesday and Thursday, November 4 and 5, 2026

Showtimes: 8 p.m. on both nights

Tickets: $28–$88

Venue: The Music Center at Strathmore

Lineup: Alex Edelman

Format: Comedy and spoken word, blending stand-up comedy with narrative-driven storytelling

Run time: Not specified

Ages: Not specified

Community access: Strathmore offers tickets under $30 for all Strathmore Presents programs at the Music Center. Discounted tickets must be requested through the venue at least one full week before the performance and are intended for community access rather than resale.

Ticket policy: Requests for a credit or exchange for another Strathmore Presents performance must be made at least 48 hours before the show. Refunds are available if the performance is canceled or rescheduled; no refunds, exchanges, or credits are available after a performance has passed.

Food and drink: Allegro Kitchen offers à la carte dining, and the venue offers a reserved-seating, multi-course Prelude Buffet for most performances. Buffet reservations are encouraged and open on the first day of the preceding month. Bars are open before the performance and during intermission. Outside food and beverages are not permitted.

Accessibility: Accessibility information is available through Strathmore’s accessibility resources.

Security: All guests must pass through security screening before entering the Concert Hall lobbies.

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